On July 14, the international rhythmic gymnastics tournament “Rome Cup” kicked off in Rome, Italy. Azerbaijan is represented at the competition by 12 gymnasts from the “Ocaq” Sport Club. In addition to athletes from Baku, two gymnasts from the club’s Zagatala branch also tested their skills in the tournament.

Among the standout performers were Maya Kozachuk (clubs, ball, all-around), Nilay Punhanli (freehand, ball), Nargiz Aliyeva (freehand, ball), Mishel Aniskina (freehand, ball), Aylin Yusifli (freehand, ball), and Fatima Zeynalova (hoop), who all outperformed their rivals to win gold medals.

Notably, Zagatala representative Leyla Hasratova lived up to expectations by winning two gold medals (freehand, clubs). Sara Atakishiyeva also claimed gold in clubs and bronze in ball, while Deniz Asgarova earned silver in ribbon and bronze in hoop. Additionally, Leyla Aliyeva secured silver in clubs, and Malak Mahmudlu took home a bronze medal.

In total, our gymnasts brought home an impressive haul of 15 Gold, 2 Silver and 3 Bronze medals from this competition.